Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

The Risk Manager is responsible for the facility’s risk management activities in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. This includes, but may not be limited to, administering the risk management program on a day-to-day basis, conducting/coordinating Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) and/or safety event investigations, participating in daily safety huddles and regular safety event meetings, and managing and analyzing risk management data.

What you will do

• Conducts risk management educational programs, complying with risk management related standards by the Joint Commission and other accrediting and regulatory agencies with the objective of enhancing and promoting patient safety, quality care and minimizing loss to protect the assets of the facility.

• Responsible for basic general knowledge of facility insurance programs, working closely with the Risk Management Team in the coordination for all insurance concerns, managing claims against the facility, and interfacing with defense legal counsel as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, or other related field required, Master's preferred.

• Medical risk management, insurance and/or legal experience in a hospital based environment is desirable ​

• Clinical licensure including Registered Nurse strongly preferred.  Associates in Risk Management preferred 

• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Mgt (CPHRM) required or must be obtained at point of eligibility.  

• Strong understanding of hospital and patient care operations, Public Health Code regulations, Joint Commission standards and FDA and OSHA regulations. 

Position Highlights and Benefits

Full time Mon-Fri days with flexibility for off-hours to meet the needs of the department

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment.   We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.